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Letter Case (France)

This is a Letter case. It is dated 18th century and we acquired it in 1925. Its medium is silk and metal thread on silk foundation and its technique is embroidered on satin foundation, lace. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Advisory Council. It is credited Purchased for the Museum by the Advisory Council.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 15 x 15 cm (5 7/8 x 5 7/8 in.)

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Letter Case (France); silk and metal thread on silk foundation; H x W: 15 x 15 cm (5 7/8 x 5 7/8 in.); Purchased for the Museum by the Advisory Council; 1925-1-50

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